Software Engineer II-Backend (C#, AWS, node.js)

Company Description VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world. Job Description As a software engineer working on our systems and services, you will work with a talented team of professional engineers to deliver projects and systems critical to Fandango and Sports Next businesses. We expect our engineers to be versatile, collaborative, and enthusiastic about taking on new problems across our businesses as we continue to build great experiences for our customers. Responsibilities • Develop, enhance, test, deploy, and maintain software and services following established SDLC practices for applications/APIs written in C#/node.js • Perform critical code reviews and collaborate with peers on software solutions • Collaborate with Product Managers and Quality Engineers to deliver high-quality, high-profile software and user experiences Participate in Agile ceremonies (standups, retros, sprint planning, etc.) • Contribute to design and implementation planning Troubleshoot issues on local and remote systems Qualifications • BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience • 2+ years of professional experience as a software engineer working in a back-end or full-stack capacity • A strong understanding of software design patterns, development practices, and principles 1+ year of professional experience in one or more of the following programming languages: JavaScript/Node C#/.NET Java Experience working and coding with relational databases • Experience working with version control systems (Git or similar) • Working knowledge of common networking, infrastructure, and technical security fundamentals Preferred / Useful Qualifications • Experience developing consumer-facing software, especially at scale • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment Experience with a variety of data stores: Document databases, columnar data stores, Redis, Elasticsearch, etc. • Experience with cloud technologies and serverless applications (AWS, GCP, Azure or similar) • Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and/or service-oriented architectures • Familiarity with software build, release, deployment, and monitoring tools and practices Desired Characteristics • Passionate about software development, problem-solving, and high-quality engineering • Collaborative. Works well in a team. • Excited to succeed and to help others succeed • Enthusiastic about expanding one’s skillset, learning and leveraging new technologies • Open to new approaches and new ideas • Able to independently solve moderately complex issues in practical ways and knows when to solicit help • Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with peers and colleagues Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-Versant worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. For LA County and City Residents Only: VERSANT will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected]. VERSANT is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. Apply tot his job